This week we had the pleasure of meeting with Ms. Erin Gruwell, the teacher whose eclectic approach to teaching and a "we are a family" belief was instrumental in changing the lives of students known to be authors of the "Freedom Writers Diary". A movie chronicling their story Freedom Writers debuted in 2007.
As she shared with both students and faculty her experiences that were depicted both on and off screen, one could not help but to be captivated by the struggles she faced as a passionate young teacher. She dared to challenge her students, colleagues, and ultimately a school district.
There are many untold stories similar to Ms. Gruwell's. Now more than ever, it is important that we make our own impressions in our "neck of the wood". I challenge you and myself included to strive despite the odds and criticisms to build our families one student at a time, one day at a time.
Have a Fabulous Week!
Petreno
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